ADHD or ADD, attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, is a condition that affects up to 1 in 20 Australian children, Dr Golly explains what ADHD is and how it can be treated once it is diagnosed.
Mental Health
Can fish oil supplements help depression?
Researchers conducted clinical trials to find out if omega-3 fatty acids in fish oils helped ease symptoms of depression and whether fish oil supplements could be taken as a replacement for other treatments of depression.
Can therapy kick a caffeine habit?
Researchers applied cognitive behavioural therapy in 33 people seeking help for their problematic caffeine use and whether this could help in formulating accessible programs for the wider public.
Do cigarettes increase the risk of psychosis?
We know that smoking increases the risk of most chronic diseases and substantially shortens lifespan, but can it effect our mental health?
Is concussion linked to suicide?
A study spanning two decades and nearly a quarter of a million people explored whether concussion in adults may be associated with an increased risk of suicide.
Body dysmorphic disorder and therapy
A recent study looks at whether internet based therapy can help people who suffer symptoms of Body dysmorphic disorder or BDD, this is what they found.
Outcomes for children with a parent with depression
What kind of support can ensure better mental health outcomes for children with parents who suffer from depression and other mental illnesses.
Can exercise promote healthy brains?
A new study indicates that exercise may benefit not only your muscles, heart and lungs but could be a protective factor against the mental decline that comes with ageing.
Does hunger promote negative feelings?
A team of scientists in the US have been studying the effects of hunger to determine what is the root cause of the negative moods associated with being hungry.
Panic disorder
People with panic disorder have repeated panic attacks that often occur out of the blue, and agoraphobia is a common complication.